Who or what is your inspiration in business?

My inspiration came from a frustrating, real-life problem: I ran out of propane, and what should have been a quick refill turned into driving around, hitting closed or empty stations. I realized there’s no simple way to find propane when you actually need it. That moment sparked the idea for an app to help RV travelers, rural homeowners, off-grid communities, and everyday users quickly locate propane when it matters most.

How do you stay motivated?

I stay motivated by knowing this solution can prevent real problems. Running out of propane can affect heat, food, travel, and safety. I’ve seen how quickly small inconveniences can escalate into emergencies, and that drives me to make sure people never get stuck when they need propane most.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would use the $25,000 to build and launch the first working version of the app: • $10K–$15K to develop the MVP to locate nearby propane refill and exchange stations in real time • $3K–$5K to test with real users and improve accuracy • $2K–$4K for branding, a website, and early outreach • Remaining funds reserved to stay flexible during early growth The goal: validate demand, help communities, and save people from unnecessary stress.